The Hustler
dir. Robert Rossen
85
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Fast Eddie Felson is a small-time pool hustler with a lot of talent but a self-destructive attitude. His bravado causes him to challenge the legendary Minnesota Fats to a high-stakes match.
Critics consensus
Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason give iconic performances in this dark, morally complex tale of redemption.
Directed byRobert Rossen
StarringPaul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott, Myron McCormick, Murray Hamilton
Written byRobert Rossen, Sidney Carroll
CinematographyEugen Schüfftan
EditingDede Allen
MusicKenyon Hopkins
The Hustler
1961 · NR · 2h 14m
Drama, Romance
Fast Eddie Felson is a small-time pool hustler with a lot of talent but a self-destructive attitude. His bravado causes him to challenge the legendary Minnesota Fats to a high-stakes match.
Critics Consensus
Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason give iconic performances in this dark, morally complex tale of redemption.
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